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BlackRock ready to partner with GCC wealth funds to tap Asian markets

The US asset manager is also banking on regulatory reforms in Saudi and UAE to drive investment momentum in the Middle East

Franklin Templeton, Finstreet Limited, and ADI DLT Foundation announce parallel strategic agreements

To advance digital asset ecosystem in ADGM

Amundi signs distribution deal with Emirati bank

Europe's largest manager has partnered with First Abu Dhabi Bank to distribute funds in the GCC region.

Saudi Arabia’s economy expands by 4.8% in Q3: GASTAT

The strong performance underscores progress under the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 strategy, which aims to diversify the economy and reduce reliance on crude revenues.

GCC companies prioritise strategy, compliance, and technology as 2025 evolution sets stage for 2026

Sovereign PPG highlights trends reshaping corporate practices across the Gulf

Asset manager Guggenheim plans Saudi presence as part of Gulf investment push

The firm has an office in Dubai, the region's top financial and trade hub, and is in the process of getting licensed in Abu Dhabi

UK's Man Group joins hedge fund peers planning offices in Abu Dhabi

Man Group, which operates a host of different strategies and funds, posted a 22% increase in assets under management to a record $213.9 billion in the 12 months to September 30

Nasdaq Dubai welcomes USD 500mln bond listing by Bank of China Dubai branch

The issuance underscores the strong and growing presence of Chinese financial institutions on Nasdaq Dubai and reflects continued investor confidence in Bank of China’s credit strength and global funding strategy

Qatar and Malta discuss closer energy ties in Doha meeting

The meeting comes as global energy markets remain sensitive to shifting geopolitical and economic pressures, prompting many countries to re-evaluate their energy security strategies.

Dubai real estate records AED 45.79bln in transactions in November

AED 45.79 billion in real estate transactions across 17,777 deals; off-plan sales led the market with 71.64% of activity

Zest Equity secures ADGM Financial Services permission, expanding its global private-market infrastructure

Zest Equity’s proprietary system replaces fragmented, manual workflows with a unified digital layer, allowing capital to move efficiently

Qatar fund to reduce Sainsbury’s stake after nearly two decades

Qatar’s sovereign wealth fund has been a Sainsbury’s shareholder since 2007

Bill Gates to unveil major investment at Abu Dhabi Finance Week as global leaders converge

Asset managers and global investors managing $63tn in AUMs set to attend four-day annual showcase

Qatar Stock Edges higher on broad-based gains

The total market capitalisation climbed to QR 638.02 billion, up from QR 635.47 billion at the previous session's close.

Dubai Residential REIT announces operational performance update for the 9-month period ended 30 September 2025

This performance is underpinned by Dubai’s solid rental fundamentals, driven by ongoing population inflows, long-term residency initiatives and the city’s status as a global destination for living and investment

NBK Wealth – KSA concludes a real estate transaction in Riyadh to develop a mixed-use property with a total cost of USD 80mln

Marking the company’s first real estate fund in the Kingdom

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